Nate is such a darling! When I told him I don't drink he offered me a discount which is unheard of…read morewith all inclusive adventures. I planned to go back the next day to support him thanks to his generosity and kindness. Unfortunately the smoke from Canada fires called off the sail for the day but I would definitely go back if ever in the area again!

I visited from out of town with my wife, and we wanted to enjoy Lake Michigan in the best way…read morepossible - by boat! We have never been on a sailboat before, so it was a neat experience to watch our excellent crew unfurl the sails and get us out onto the Lake on the very last day of their season! Even cooler was the fact that they let me and some other guests pull the sails up at the start of the tour!! The views were unbeatable, and the crew did a great job of keeping us safe and entertained throughout the tour. Great drink selection and the snack boxes (some cheese, cherries, and crackers) as well as the lunch wraps were great for our couple hours on the water. I would definitely do this again when in town, or recommend to others who want to spend an exhilarating but serene afternoon on the water.

Captain Bill is a master at his craft. The lake was calm when we started. He knew exactly where to…read morego to catch fish. Other charters were radioing him to ask depths and locations of the fish. Not sure how they did with here guests. We had a spectacular time. If you want to charter a boat, go with Captain Bill. He is great with instructions on what to do and how to reel in the big fish. Ted's Army

My husband and my father have been out fishing with Captain Bill numerous times, and have always…read morereturned home with glowing reviews for Captain Bill's expertise at finding all the right fishing spots. So I finally joined them today for a fishing trip, and I'm glad I did! Altogether, we landed FOURTEEN salmon and trout in just a few hours. The views were spectacular and the sunrise was gravy on top of a lovely fishing experience. Will happily join them again next year. Highly recommend!

Brady was a great Captain/guide. He was awesome with my kids, very informative, and just an all…read morearound great guy. Great day, good fish, and awesome experience. Brady will shoot you straight, regardless of whether it will make him money or not. I've spent money with several guides, and Brady was top notch.

If it weren't for having 3 rookies in the boat we probably would have landed more fish. Landing 5…read moreout of 8 bites made for a great time on the water. Bay was calm as could be that day and the thunderstorms that morning kept the crowd away which helped with the experience. Brady got us on the fish right away and was working every minute to figure out where the bite was at. Our group will definitely book with Brady again.

Three sisters exploring Northern Michigan. Having a great time floating at the magnificent Torch…read moreLake, at the last minute we're able to book a room at the Shanty Creek Resort lodge. Accommodations were extremely affordable, clean and comfortable. The resort is first class! Highly recommend!

I was a photographer for their first wedding here and loved the entire property! The staff I…read moreinteracted with beamed with pride about their work and everyone was so kind and helpful. The property is well laid out and clean. The cabins themselves are packed with amenities and feel modern and lush. I especially loved how much nature is intertwined into the spots. There is a great bike and walking trail right there! I hope to be back to stay soon!

True hidden GEM! This is a local's favorite for a good time, and a beautiful view. The staff and…read morebar tenders are kind and attentive. The food is delicious and the chef offers some unique flavors that are rare for the area.

I love the bar and grill on the lake. Owners are friendly, warm, and so very helpful! Extremely…read moreclose to Traverse city but far enough for a break.

I had a great day here today. The Great Lakes Maritime Academy, which occupies half of this…read morebuilding (the other half houses the Culinary Institute) was hosting an open house of their ship, the State of Michigan. It was so neat to see the workings of the ship, what a treat. Popular activity as it only happens once a year, and this was the first time it has occurred since the pandemic. There was a long line even though it was a rainy, dreary day.

I attended a wedding here in July. The view of the bay is lovely! And stting on the patio with a…read moreglass of wine and the lake-breeze really is sublime. The conference/lecture facilities and maritime exhibits seemed pretty nice also. As for the wedding, well, I guess they did ok, all things considered. I don't know if it is typical, but the staff seemed to push very hard to be tipped, but such is life I guess.

Having worked with Dan twice - our wedding 5 years ago and recently for a family photo shoot with…read moreour 2 young children - and residing many travel hours from his home location, we were eager to reconnect for this shoot on the shores of picturesque Leland, MI. His warm and welcoming demeanor makes it effortless for clients to feel comfortable in front of his camera. Our 2 year old son was smiling the entire time reacting to Dan's fun personality and the natural, playful scenes he caught us in. An absolute professional and it's been impressive watching his work & team grow since we initially connected in 2014. Well deserved for someone whose passion and love for his work comes out instantly when you meet him. Don't miss any opportunity you get to work with Dan Stewart Photography!

Dan is an exceptional talent. He photographed our wedding years ago, and we now rely on him to…read morecapture our children in the few photos we always want to frame and keep.